Top 27 Buyers and Purchasing Agents Jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

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Etna Shared Services —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Basic math
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
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Terryberry —Grand Rapids, MI
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Merchandising
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pipp Mobile Storage Systems Inc —Grand Rapids, MI
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Purchasing Coordinator
The Cancer & Hematology Centers —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
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Procurement Specialist
Smart Care Solutions —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Commercial
Purchasing Coordinator
TGW Systems Inc —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Operations Buyer
Leggett & Platt —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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VEZA Manufacturing —Grand Rapids, MI
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Computer skills
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The Kendall Group, Inc. —Wyoming, MI
- Full-time
- Sales
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
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9013 DTS Fluid Power LLC —Grandville, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
Buyer/Planner
MAHLE GmbH —Belmont, MI
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Office
- 8 years
- Opportunities for advancement
Buyer - Galloup
The Kendall Group, Inc. —Wyoming, MI
- Full-time
- Sales
- ERP systems
- Research
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AURORA North America, LLC. —Grand Rapids, MI
- $45,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Buyer - Grand Rapids, MI
Amphenol Borisch Technologies —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Procurement Clerk
Roskam Baking Company —Kentwood, MI
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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4d
Electronics Buyer
GHSP —Holland, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Purchasing Agent/Admin Support
Preferred Welding —Holland, MI
- $45,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Uptown Cheapskate Grand Rapids Metro Area —Kentwood, MI
- $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Entry level
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
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Buyer-Temporary
DAIKIN COMFORT TECHNOLOGIES DIST INC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Temporary
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Office
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18h
Buyer (Bilingual)
IRWIN SEATING COMPANY —Grand Rapids, MI
- ERP systems
- English
- Mid-level
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Buyer

Etna Shared Services -
Grand Rapids, MI

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Communication with suppliers
Safety protocol adherence
Phone communication
Basic math
Handling customer inquiries
ERP systems
Bachelor's degree in business
Supply chain inventory management
Purchase order management
Mid-level
Supplier relationship improvement
3 years
Analysis skills
Bidding project phase
Bachelor's degree
Internal employee customer service
Vendor relationship management
Organizational skills
Procurement cost analysis
Logistics order management
Operational excellence initiatives
Productivity software
Continuous improvement purchasing strategy
Cross-functional collaboration
Business
Purchasing management systems (technically supported)
Supply Chain Management
Communication skills
Supply chain collaboration

Full Job Description

Join the team that has been powering growth and an excellent reputation for over 60 years!

Etna Supply is an industry leader in plumbing, heating, underground, municipal, and fire protection wholesale distribution throughout Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin. We are committed to sound financial principles, building partnerships that foster teamwork, and striving for continuous improvement. We are dedicated to fairness, integrity, and respect.

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a yearly bonus!
5 different lines of business and 2 subsidiaries that provide company stability through diversification.
Professional development opportunities to support your growth.
A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values your contributions.
The fun challenge of working in a fast-paced, multi-location, diverse business function environment.

Are you detail-driven and great at keeping things moving?

As a Buyer, you’ll be responsible for purchasing the materials our team relies on, making sure orders are accurate, timely, and cost-effective while maintaining the quality our customers expect.

In this role, you’ll work closely with established vendors and partner with multiple internal teams across the business to keep operations running smoothly. You’ll manage orders, track availability, and ensure products arrive when they’re needed while helping maintain strong supplier relationships.

If you enjoy staying organized, solving problems on the fly, and interacting with a variety of teams across the organization, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

Typical Responsibilities

These include the following and other duties may be assigned:

Deliver a positive experience by supporting internal and external customers with accurate, timely purchasing support
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships through phone, email, and in-person communication
Provide accurate product, pricing, and send information to internal teams as needed
Place and manage purchase orders for stock and non-stock items, including updates and revisions
Communicate with vendors on pricing, quantities, delivery timelines, returns, and promotions
Coordinate quotes and bids to support purchasing decisions
Ensure materials are ordered at the best overall value by considering total cost factors such as price, freight, lead time, and terms
Stay informed on supplier programs and market conditions that may impact purchasing decisions
Collaborate with warehouse, sales, customer service, and other internal teams to resolve inventory and purchasing issues
Monitor and manage excess and non-stock inventory, including transfers between locations and vendor returns
Support the disposition of obsolete inventory in collaboration with inventory control, sales, and finance
Maintain accurate and consistent items and vendor data within the ERP system
Utilize systems and tools to improve efficiency and streamline purchasing processes
Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to reduce waste and improve workflows
Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned
Follow all safety guidelines and maintain regular, reliable attendance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer service and vendor relationships
Working knowledge of products and their applications (or the ability to quickly learn)
Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience working within an ERP system
Basic math skills, including the ability to calculate pricing, margins, and discounts accurately

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred
OR 3–5 years of experience in wholesale distribution or a similar environment
OR an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experienc

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers.
Regularly required to walk, stand, and reach.
Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to perform job duties in a consistent state of alertness and work safely.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision at 20 inches or less.
Work is performed primarily in an office environment.
Noise level is typically moderate.
Must pass a substance abuse screening.

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